Amlodipine vs Metoprolol

## Amlodipine vs Metoprolol: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Amlodipine** and **Metoprolol**.

## Mechanism of Action

**Amlodipine**: Dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker.

**Metoprolol**: Selective beta-1 adrenergic receptor blocker.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Amlodipine — 30-50 hours; Metoprolol — 3-7 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Amlodipine — C20H25ClN2O5; Metoprolol — C15H25NO3.

**Molecular Weight**: Amlodipine — 408.8800 g/mol; Metoprolol — 267.3640 g/mol.

**Type**: Amlodipine — Small molecule; Metoprolol — Small molecule.